The 2019 Italy 2 euro commemorative coin honours the life and legacy of Leonardo da Vinci, marking the 500th anniversary of the polymath’s death. The national side features a detail from his famous painting, The Lady with an Ermine, which is housed in the Czartoryski Museum in Kraków. This portrait exemplifies the artist's mastery of light, shadow, and psychological depth, reflecting his profound impact on the Renaissance and European intellectual history. By selecting this iconic work, Italy celebrates one of its most influential historical figures whose contributions to art, science, and engineering remain central to the nation’s cultural identity. The coin is issued in a standard circulation format. This commemorative issue was released in 2019 with a total mintage of 3,000,000 pieces.